Mason County Disaster Risk
Mason County, Texas
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
11th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#212
of 254 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
25th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 25% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 70% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 21% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 3% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 42% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Mason County, Texas
Mason County is among America's safest places
Mason County's composite risk score of 10.97 places it in the lowest tier of U.S. counties for natural disaster exposure, earning a "Very Low" rating. The county sits far below the national average across nearly all hazard categories. This exceptional safety profile makes Mason County one of the most secure locations in the nation for property and life safety.
Second-safest county in all of Texas
Mason County ranks among the lowest-risk counties in Texas with a score of 10.97, far below the state average of 49.00. The county is one of only a handful of Texas counties with such minimal composite disaster risk. This position reflects Mason County's favorable geography relative to hurricanes, tornadoes, and other major Texas hazards.
Safest of the West Texas comparison group
Mason County (10.97) ranks alongside McCulloch County (10.05) as the two safest counties in the broader West Texas region. The county's Hill Country location avoids both coastal hurricane paths and the wildfire-prone terrain of higher elevations. Martin County (19.97) and Lynn County (23.00) follow as the next-safest regional options.
Wildfire dominates; other hazards are minimal
Wildfire risk (70.13) is Mason County's only notable natural hazard, driven by Hill Country brush and grasslands. All other hazards measure well below state and national averages: tornado (20.58), hurricane (41.51), flood (25.45), and earthquake (2.61). This concentrated and modest risk profile greatly simplifies disaster preparedness.
Wildfire prep is your main priority
Homeowners should maintain defensible space around structures with cleared brush and fire-resistant landscaping, addressing Mason County's 70.13 wildfire risk. Standard homeowners insurance is more than adequate for the county's minimal tornado, hurricane, and flood threats. Flood and earthquake insurance are unnecessary for nearly all Mason County properties.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Mason County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Mason County
Risk Verdict
Mason County carries a low natural disaster risk burden, scoring at the 11th percentile under the FEMA National Risk Index. Mason County's 11th percentile ranking is favorable, though every county carries at least one natural hazard worth knowing — reviewing the specific risks listed above helps households focus their preparedness where it matters most.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Mason County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 70th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Hurricane ranks second at the 42th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include flood (25th percentile), tornado (21th percentile), earthquake (3th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Wildfire ranks as Mason County's primary hazard at the 70th percentile nationally. For Mason County households in high-WUI areas, go-bag readiness — the ability to leave within 15 minutes — is more important than shelter-in-place planning for most residential properties. The county's hurricane exposure at the 42th percentile nationally complements the wildfire risk — saturating rain after burn scarring often triggers secondary flood and debris flow events. Mason County county's local emergency management office publishes community-specific wildfire risk assessments and evacuation zone maps; households should review their zone assignment and sign up for zone-specific alerts.
Regional Context
Compared to the Texas county average, Mason County's composite score runs 38.0 points lower — a gap that reflects the county's relatively modest hazard profile within its state context.
Is your household prepared for Mason County's hazards?
Review FEMA's county-specific preparedness checklists and emergency planning guides.
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Data Source
Risk data sourced from the FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). Risk scores are relative rankings (0–100) across all US counties — not absolute risk measures. Higher scores indicate higher relative risk compared to other counties.
Disclaimer: This data is informational only. It is not financial, insurance, or legal advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making insurance or real estate decisions.